2023 MAZDA CX-5 vs. 2023 Toyota RAV4

Are you shopping for an athletic, efficient, and affordable crossover near Santa Clarita? If so, then take a moment to read our SUV comparison between two of the most popular options: the Mazda CX-5 vs. the Toyota RAV4. Once you’re done reading, fill out a pre-approval and contact Hello Mazda of Valencia to arrange to test drive the 2023 Mazda CX-5 at our showroom!

2023 MAZDA CX-5 vs. RAV4: Performance

First up in our SUV comparison of the Mazda CX-5 vs. the RAV4 is towing and performance. In this category, the Mazda CX-5 clearly takes the edge, offering Valencia drivers 500 more pounds of towing capacity than the RAV4 with nearly identical horsepower and torque. Let’s compare standard engine specs for both models below:

2023 MAZDA CX-5 Performance:

• 2.5L SKYACTIV®-G 4-cylinder engine
• 186 lb-ft of torque and SKYACTIV®-Vehicle Dynamics with G-Vectoring Control
• 2,000 pounds of towing
• Standard i-ACTIV® AWD

2023 Toyota RAV4 Performance:

• 2.5L 4-cylinder engine
• 203 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque
• 1,500 pounds

2023 MAZDA CX-5 vs. RAV4: Convenience Features

In addition to being more capable than the 2023 Toyota RAV4, the 2023 MAZDA CX-5 also has the most feature-loaded SUV interior. Here are a few feature highlights you can expect for both models:

2023 MAZDA CX-5

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Optional remote ignition
• Available tow hitch receiver
• Optional fog lights
• Bluetooth®
• Forward Collision Mitigation
• Rearview cameras

2023 Toyota RAV4

• Integrated backup camera with projected path
• Entune™ 3.0 Audio
• Hill Start Assist
• Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 (TSS 2.0) Pre-Collision System
• Remote keyless entry system
• Day/night rearview mirror

Find Your MAZDA CX-5 with the Hello Mazda of Valencia Team

Now that you’ve read our SUV comparison of the 2023 Mazda CX-5 vs. RAV4, call Hello Mazda of Valencia at (844) 361-5010 and arrange to test drive the Mazda CX-5 at our showroom. We’re just a short trip from Sylmar! And while you’re here? Take a moment to explore our guides about the 2023 Mazda CX-5 interior, the 2023 Mazda CX-5 dimensions, the 2023 Mazda CX-5 trim levels, and to compare the Mazda CX-5 to the Mazda CX-30! We look forward to showing you everything else the 2023 Mazda CX-5 has to offer!